Li Yang transformed into a golden streak, his wings flapping as he returned to the skies above Jiangdong City at an even greater speed than he had come. He checked the time and realized he had traveled nearly ten times faster than he had gone. The difference in their cultivation levels was vividly demonstrated here.
"The late stage of Qi Induction is utterly trash compared to the Earth Immortal realm!" Li Yang said with a smirk as he stood in the sky above Jiangdong City. That extreme speed was truly exhilarating.
Li Yang struck a smug pose in the air, resembling Jack Rose, but he was even more dashing. While the other person was just standing on the bow of the ship, enjoying the sea breeze, he was self-reliant. His golden wings shone brightly in the sunlight, dazzling and radiant like a god.
"Hahaha... I, Hu Hansan, am back again..." Li Yang stood in the air, laughing wildly, then transformed into a golden light and landed in a secluded spot on the western mountain. The area was densely forested, and Xue Tao's villa was some distance away. Few people frequented this place. Li Yang easily landed in the forest, retracted his wings, and walked out like an ordinary person. He looked like a seasoned hiker, out for some fun. But while most hikers looked weary and worn, he was healthy, with a rosy complexion and boundless energy. It's true what they say, comparison is the thief of joy!
Upon his return, Li Yang made no move for petty theft or concealing his identity. Instead, he brazenly called Lei Xin and asked him to send a car. Hearing that Li Yang was back, Lei Xin burst into tears of excitement. "Oh my god, Boss, you're finally back! You've been missing for over a year! We've been living like dogs, groveling and hiding everywhere. Even our territory was taken over by some newly risen up punks, and we didn't dare challenge them. We were just waiting for you to come back so we could get our revenge."
"Your lawsuit went up, and you were sentenced to decades. But they couldn't find you, so they issued a nationwide warrant for your arrest. Luckily, we got your warning, and some businesses were shut down or sold. Our Bagua Sect didn't suffer much loss. It's just that our business has basically stagnated for over a year. If it weren't for President Xue taking care of them, they would have been bullied to death. The new mayor is a lapdog, he has no backbone. When he sees Cai Lan, he's like a lapdog seeing its master, groveling and begging for mercy." Lei Xin said fiercely.
"Is Jiangdong City now under the control of the Cai family again?" Li Yang asked, squinting his eyes.
"Yeah, boss. They're all riding high now. And Secretary Zhao and Captain Lin have all been transferred out of their positions and are completely sidelined, with no real power whatsoever. Director Cao was also kicked out. Almost all of our people have been dealt with back then," Lei Xin said sadly.
"Holy crap. That's ruthless? Then Xie Siya's case is lost too, right?" Li Yang said without thinking.
"Yes. Xie Siya was acquitted. They even turned around and said you framed an innocent person, maliciously slandered her, and made a false accusation. They want to hold you accountable. But you disappeared, so the verdict can't be carried out, but they still sentenced you to several decades. I think they'll arrest you as soon as you show up. Boss, are you really coming back so easily?" Lei Xin said worriedly.
"Hahaha...you don't understand. But don't worry, your hard times are coming to an end. The boss will definitely make them pay back double for the pain they inflicted on you!" Li Yang said coldly.
"Boss, you have no idea how long I've been waiting for this day. I've been dreaming about your triumphant return!" Lei Xin said excitedly.
"Don't worry, I'll take care of everything." Li Yang comforted Lei Xin and hung up the phone. He then dialed Xue Tao's number.
"Hey, Mr. Xue, how have you been lately?" Li Yang asked softly.
"No good. Absolutely no good. I'm so angry I could die, and you finally deigned to show your face~" Xue Tao said with extreme displeasure and resentment.
"How did they deal with you? You're the CEO of Oujinliren, a well-known private enterprise in China, generating hundreds of millions in foreign exchange every year. A major taxpayer, a Fortune 500 company—what can Cai Lan do to you?" Li Yang said in a deep voice.
"I can't do anything about it~ Can't we just increase your taxes a little? We'll block everything your company needs to do with the government. In short, they'll do anything to hinder your development and anything to make things difficult for you. You think a municipal party secretary is making things difficult for me, and he's also a local tyrant who can control everything? No matter how big my company is, it can't withstand that, right?" Xue Tao said with a resentful and aggrieved tone.
"A municipal party secretary is nothing but a pile of dog shit. If he didn't have someone backing him up, he wouldn't dare touch Ou Jinli even if he were scared to death," Li Yang sneered disdainfully.
"You know, if it weren't for the trouble you caused, we wouldn't be in this situation," Xue Tao complained.
"Are you blaming me?" Li Yang asked.
"Where is it? What's wrong? You've been missing for over a year, and we've suffered so much for you. Can't I say a few words?" Xue Tao's eyes immediately reddened, filled with grievance.
"Of course you can. I was just saying. I won't blame you if you resent me," Li Yang comforted her softly.
“You’re wrong. I resented you because I was afraid you would feel too guilty and didn’t want you to blame yourself too much,” Xue Tao said quietly.
"You are such a good woman!" Li Yang said emotionally, deeply moved.
"You know I'm a good woman. So where are you? Why aren't you coming back?" Xue Tao said cheerfully.
"Don't worry, I'll be back soon. I'm on my way. Where are you? Where are they? Are they all alright?" Li Yang asked anxiously.
"Don't worry, although their situation isn't great either, far worse than before, thankfully everyone is alright and helping me with Ou Jinli's affairs. We've united as one to face this crisis together," Xue Tao said casually.
Chapter 960: Shooting
But suddenly, Li Yang's eyes reddened, tears welled up, and he almost cried. He immediately thought of the Yang family's female warriors—the tragic scene of a group of widows donning armor and going into battle after all the men had died. But he held back; a man doesn't easily shed tears, nor does he cry when he bleeds. Let the enemy's blood wash away his wounds.
"Thank you for your hard work. I won't let them get away with this," Li Yang said softly and emotionally.
"It's not bitter. As long as you're alright and you've returned safely, we don't feel bitter at all," Xue Tao said emotionally.
"Hmm. But there might be some trouble when I get back. They'll definitely arrest me and put me in jail. But don't panic, don't cause any trouble, and don't come out to see me off. I'll let them arrest me. But arresting people is easy for them, getting me out won't be so easy. I'll make them beg and plead for me to come out, but when that time comes, I won't leave easily. You understand?" Li Yang said with a cold laugh.
“We all understand. You’re going to use tricks to frame people again,” Xue Tao said with amusement.
"You jerk, Li Yang, no matter what tricks you use, there's one thing you must remember. You're not alone; we've got your back!" Song Tian'er's voice suddenly came through the phone, ringing in Li Yang's ears, filled with deep affection. Li Yang laughed heartily and said, "My dear Sister Song, don't worry. Your belly isn't even big yet; how could I bear to let anything happen to you?"
"Go to hell! You bastard pervert!" Song Tian'er cursed.
"You want to murder your husband?" Li Yang chuckled.
"Hmph~ Pervert~ Your mind is full of those kinds of thoughts. Why don't you know how to be nervous? If you dare to show your face in Jiangdong City, you'll be arrested~" Song Tian'er said with a cold snort.
"I can't help it~ I came back just so they could catch me. You don't understand. You should take good care of yourself, keep yourself plump and healthy, and when your husband gets out, he'll pamper you properly~" Li Yang chuckled lewdly.
"You dead man~ Go to hell~" Song Tian'er couldn't stand Li Yang's lecherous behavior and stopped talking.
"Looks like you have some kind of barrier?" This time, it was Chu Hong who answered the phone, which surprised Li Yang. Could it be that they're all together? Holy crap, a gathering of elites?
"Of course, we never fight a battle we can't win. This time, we'll make sure they can never recover. The Cai family is already at their wits' end. Right now, they seem to be enjoying great success, but they're about to be engulfed in flames and floods. They'll inevitably turn into rotten bones and be forgotten." Li Yang said confidently.
"Then we'll wait for your good news. Don't worry, we'll all be fine. The most important thing for you is to take care of yourself. You wouldn't want so many of us to worry about you, would you?" Chu Hong threatened.
"No, no, that would be terrible!" Li Yang was immediately covered in a cold sweat. If he did that, the resentment would be too great. He would be sneezing nonstop and coughing up his lungs.
"Good to know. Take care of yourself~" Chu Hong snorted coldly.
"Understood~" After telling them, Li Yang finally felt completely relieved. Since everything was alright at home and they were all safe, his parents would be fine too. He called home again, and sure enough, his parents were overjoyed to hear he was back. Li Yang explained to them what would happen next, but everything was within his plan, and he told them not to worry and just wait for good news. However, his parents were still very worried. What parent wants to see their son go to jail?
Finally, Li Yang, with his extensive knowledge and eloquence, managed to persuade the two elders not to worry about his affairs or interfere, lest they become a laughingstock. He, Li Yang, was determined not to lose.
Li Yang swaggered onto the streets of Jiangdong City, instantly causing a gust of wind that sent people staggering. Immediately, all those who wanted to take advantage of his misfortune and those who had a grudge against him sprang to the surface.
"What? He's back? He came back on his own? Alone?" Fu Jianjun was so shocked when he received the news that he almost jumped up, shouting in disbelief. Because Li Yang had disappeared innocently, he had been scolded by the general countless times, and even personally summoned him several times to give him a severe dressing-down, with spittle flying all over his face.
"Yes, Li Yang is back. He's right on the street, and I've already sent people to keep an eye on him!" Cai Lan said excitedly.
"Good, very good. Arrest him immediately. Use SWAT teams, snipers, heavy forces. In short, use heavy forces. We absolutely cannot let him escape!" Fu Jianjun said excitedly.